25 July 2024
Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) has partnered with the Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON) to provide uplink services on the NIGCOMSAT satellite network. This three-month collaboration will help improve the quality and reach of broadcasting services for BON members nationwide.
This aligns with the objectives of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, led by minister Bosun Tijani. NIGCOMSAT will utilise its advanced satellite technology to support and enhance the capabilities of BON and its affiliated organisations.
Find out moreActive mobile money accounts boom in Tanzania
23 July 2024
The number of active mobile money accounts has increased from 25.8 million in 2019 to 55.8 million in 2023, according to the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), representing a growth of 116.2% in five years.
The national mobile money subscriber base is shared between M-Pesa (Vodacom), Tigo Pesa (Tigo) and Airtel Money (Airtel) which together hold 89% of the market share. The number of mobile financial transactions increased by 76.6%, from 3 to 5.3 billion over the period, while the national mobile subscription base has increased from 43.7 million in 2018 to 76.6 million in 2023.
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Morocco to deactivate unregistered SIMs
18 July 2024
Morocco's National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) has asked telecom operators to identify and deactivate anonymous SIM cards within three months.
According to Ghita Mezzour, minister delegate for digital transition and administrative reform, telecom operators are now required to update their database so that it is reliable and credible. They must specify the full name and the registration number of the national identity card for each subscriber.
Find out more NuRAN Wireless closes US$5 million loan facility
17 July 2024
NuRAN Wireless has closed a US$5 million loan facility with the Facility for Energy Inclusion (FEI), a fund managed by Cygnum Capital.
The initial drawdown of US$2.5 million, which includes a US$1.07 million refinancing of renewable energy assets in Cameroon, is underway.
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